President Donald Trump has once again achieved a perfect score on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), as confirmed in his latest physical examination conducted at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The assessment, administered by White House physician Dr. Sean Barbabella, is designed to detect early signs of cognitive impairments such as memory loss or dementia. Trump’s flawless performance indicates no apparent cognitive issues, reinforcing his mental fitness for office. Politico+7Time+7Politico+7Politico+3New York Magazine+3Time+3AP News+1AP News+1
The MoCA test evaluates various cognitive domains, including memory, attention, language, and executive functions. Tasks may involve recalling a list of words, drawing a clock, or identifying similarities between objects. A score of 26 or above is considered normal, with 30 being the highest possible score. CBS News+2The Washington Post+2AP News+2CBS News
In addition to the cognitive assessment, Trump’s physical examination reported that he is in “excellent” health and “fully fit for duty.” At 78 years old, he stands 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighs 224 pounds, placing him just below the obesity threshold. His vital signs, including a resting heart rate of 62 bpm and blood pressure of 128/74 mmHg, are within healthy ranges. AP News+3Politico+3AP News+3
Trump’s medical history includes a past COVID-19 infection, bilateral cataract surgery, and a 2024 colonoscopy that revealed a benign polyp and diverticulitis. He also has scarring from a failed assassination attempt in July 2024. His current medications include treatments for cholesterol, cardiac health, and a skin condition. Politico+2Time+2New York Magazine+2
The release of this comprehensive health report aims to address ongoing public interest and scrutiny regarding Trump’s age and fitness for office. The White House’s transparency in sharing these details seeks to reassure the public of the President’s capability to fulfill his duties effectivel